100 things to do in New York City

Caption100 things to do in NYC: Bryant Park

Bryant Park Corporation

Behind the New York Public Library, the circa-1686 Bryant Park is more than a vibrant garden lunchtime respite from the soulless cubicles of midtown worker bees. The park harbors an outdoor lawn and tabletop game area, summertime outdoor movies, a carrousel, eateries and pop-up boutiques. (40th-42nd Street between 5th Avenue and Avenue of The Americas, bryantpark.org)

Behind the New York Public Library, the circa-1686 Bryant Park is more than a vibrant garden lunchtime respite from the soulless cubicles of midtown worker bees. The park harbors an outdoor lawn and tabletop game area, summertime outdoor movies, a carrousel, eateries and pop-up boutiques. (40th-42nd Street between 5th Avenue and Avenue of The Americas, bryantpark.org) (Bryant Park Corporation)

One World Observatory is set to open May 29 in New York City. The three-level observation decks are located on levels 100, 101 and 102 and offer a panoramic view of the city.

One World Observatory is set to open May 29 in New York City. The three-level observation decks are located on levels 100, 101 and 102 and offer a panoramic view of the city. (Reena Rose Sibayan, Associated Press)

The city that doesn't sleep offers hundreds of diversions each week. Incredibly, there are enough restaurants to dine out somewhere new every night for more than 50 years. No wonder visitors get overwhelmed! Happily, we've gathered ideas from the most plugged-in insiders for the Top 100 latest and greatest, tried and true. Turns out some of the most exciting venues these days are in the boroughs beyond Manhattan - minutes away on the subway. Brooklyn, the Bronx, Staten Island and Queens are all in the midst of a vibrant renaissance. We've also highlighted some of NYC's beloved holiday attractions. For more info, go to nycgo.com -Stephanie Citron, For The Baltimore Sun